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Lauren Graham

Also known as: chief economist Lauren Graham

2026-02-252026-06-23
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  1. June 2026

  2. Informanté

    Lauren Graham said higher fuel prices are contributing to increased operating costs across the mining sector

    Source

    “Lauren Graham, Chief Economist at the Chamber of Mines of Namibia, said that as a result, higher fuel prices are contributing to increased operating costs across the sector.”

    Rising fuel prices place growing cost pressure on Namibia’s mining sector

  3. The Namibian

    Chamber chief economist Lauren Graham says diesel price increase prompted Husab Mine to switch to electric power for haulage

    Source

    “"Husab Mine's haul trucks are capable of operating on either diesel or electricity, and therecent increase in diesel prices has prompted the mine to switch to electric power for its haulage fleet. This highlights the opportunity for mining companies to increasinglyintegrate alternative energy solutions where technically and economically feasible," chamber chief economist Lauren Graham says.”

    High fuel prices put pressure on mining industry
  4. March 2026

  5. The Namibian

    Lauren Graham says in the chamber's report the chamber generally supports these amendments, aimed at strengthening economic activity and promoting growth

    Source

    “"The chamber generally supports these amendments, as they are aimed at strengthening economic activity and promoting growth," chief economist Lauren Graham says in the chamber's report released on Monday.”

    Mines chamber supports mining sector tax adjustments
  6. February 2026

  7. The Namibian

    Chamber chief economist Lauren Graham said chamber members created 20,843 direct jobs in 2024

    Source

    “Chamber members created 20 843 direct jobs in 2024, according to Graham.”

    Chamber of Mines says sector employs 26.7% of Namibian workforce
Mining & Energy

Rising fuel prices strain operating costs in Namibian mining sector

The News

The Chamber of Mines of Namibia reports that rising fuel prices are increasing cost pressures for the mining sector, with diesel prices up N$4.63 per litre and transport inflation reaching 11.5% year-on-year as of May 2026. The sector remains cautiously optimistic due to strong uranium and gold prices, but faces a more challenging operating environment as higher fuel and transport costs weigh on competitiveness.

Why it matters

Rising fuel costs strain mining sector competitiveness, affecting one of Namibia's key economic pillars.

12 June 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 12 June

  1. Rising fuel prices strain operating costs in Namibian mining sector

    The Chamber of Mines of Namibia reports that rising fuel prices are increasing cost pressures for the mining sector, with diesel prices up N$4.63 per litre and transport inflation reaching 11.5% year-on-year as of May 2026. The sector remains cautiously optimistic due to strong uranium and gold prices, but faces a more challenging operating environment as higher fuel and transport costs weigh on competitiveness.

    12 June 2026 · Informanté →

  2. High fuel prices strain Namibian mining sector costs

    High fuel prices since March have increased production costs for Namibian mining, with transport inflation up 11.5% year-on-year, putting particular pressure on diamond mining and smaller operations, though some mines like Husab have switched to alternative energy solutions.

    12 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 10 March

  1. Chamber of Mines backs proposed mining sector tax reforms

    The Chamber of Mines of Namibia supports government plans to amend mining sector taxation, including limits on loss carryforwards and tax deductions for rehabilitation and corporate social responsibility expenditures. The chamber says the changes aim to strengthen economic activity and encourage investment in community development.

    10 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 25 February

  1. Mining sector employs 26.7% of Namibian workforce, chamber claims

    The Chamber of Mines disputed claims by an International Labour Organisation representative that the sector does not create significant jobs, saying its members created 20,843 direct jobs and an estimated 145,901 indirect jobs in 2024. The chamber also responded to other criticisms regarding local beneficiation, foreign ownership, and environmental impact.

    25 February 2026 · The Namibian →

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